declaratory judgment

noun

declaratory judgment

noun
1

Law A ruling of a court in a civil case which declares the rights, duties, or obligations of each party in a dispute, but does not necessarily award any damages or other relief.

Related terms
advisory opinion, declaratory action, declaratory relief, declaratory ruling
Coordinate terms
injunction, injunctive relief

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